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10th Edition of World Congress on Infectious Diseases

June 25-27, 2026 | Barcelona, Spain

June 25 -27, 2026 | Barcelona, Spain

Chickenpox

Chickenpox

Chickenpox, caused by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV), is a highly contagious viral infection primarily affecting children. The characteristic symptom of chickenpox is a widespread itchy rash that progresses from red spots to fluid-filled blisters before forming scabs and ultimately healing. Other common symptoms include fever, headache, and fatigue. While chickenpox is generally a mild and self-limiting disease, complications can arise, particularly in immunocompromised individuals and adults. Serious complications may include bacterial skin infections, pneumonia, and, in rare cases, encephalitis. Pregnant women who contract chickenpox are also at risk of complications affecting both the mother and the developing fetus. Prevention strategies involve vaccination with the varicella vaccine, typically administered during childhood, and post-exposure prophylaxis for individuals at high risk of severe disease. Understanding the symptoms, complications, and preventive measures associated with chickenpox is essential for effective public health management and reducing the overall burden of this contagious viral infection.

Committee Members
Speaker at Infectious Diseases Conferences - Ranjan Ramasamy

Ranjan Ramasamy

IDFISH Technology, United States
Speaker at Infectious Diseases Conferences - Saurabh Chattopadhyay

Saurabh Chattopadhyay

University of Kentucky College of Medicine, United States
Speaker at Infection Conferences - Yazdan Mirzanejad

Yazdan Mirzanejad

University of British Columbia, Canada
Infection 2026 Speakers
Speaker at Infection Conference - Michele Mishto

Michele Mishto

Francis Crick Institute, United Kingdom
Speaker at Infection Conferences - Seki Masafumi

Seki Masafumi

Saitama Medical University International Medical Center, Japan
Speaker at Infectious Diseases Conference - Chukwuemeka Iloegbu

Chukwuemeka Iloegbu

NYU/Emarin, United States
Speaker at Infection Conference - Stephanie Maltais

Stephanie Maltais

University of Montreal, Canada

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